Developing Grassroots Public Health Messaging with Safer Spaces

Executive Summary

 

In partnership with Safer Spaces, SEHP created a podcast series to help elevate grassroots health advocacy into the broader public conversation. The podcast explores how Safer Spaces emerged from festival activism and transitioned into a powerful platform addressing community safety, health, and public awareness.
 

Objectives

 

• Capture and share the grassroots story of Safer Spaces.

• Translate community organising into public policy relevance.

• Support campaign messaging and visibility through podcast storytelling.

Approach & Methodology

Community-Driven Content:
SEHP worked closely with the Safer Spaces team to co-create a podcast format and voice that was true to their roots in festival and nightlife activism.

Narrative Structuring:
We developed scripts, themes, and interviews that reflected authentic lived experience while aligning with broader public health goals.

Audio Production & Distribution:
Our team handled technical production, editing, and promotional strategy to reach both activist and general public audiences.
 

Key Activities

 

• Podcast ideation and format planning with grassroots team.

• Production and editing of pilot episodes.

• Messaging alignment with campaign goals and public discourse.

• Strategic distribution across social platforms.

Outcomes & Impact

 

• Launch of Safer Spaces podcast as a bridge between grassroots activism and public health policy.

• Raised visibility and broadened audience reach for Safer Spaces’ mission.

• Positioned the campaign as an emerging voice in public health storytelling.

Partnerships

Partner: Safer Spaces

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